There are a couple of car washes in my local area that are for sale that I am interested in but do not know where to start. 

Granted we only have 17 but still, I’ve never used anything except a simple excel spreadsheet and all my rental properties have a separate savings account under my main account at my local bank.

For your out-of-state BRRRR plan, building a strong local team in St.

You could even try reaching out directly to local agents or small real estate firms.

It wasn’t ideal, but it was the only way to keep the deal alive.I made the drive to her small town, met her at a local bank, and had the paperwork notarized.

I would recommend tuning into Straight Up Chicago Investor Podcast and going to local meetups. 

Look into connecting with some local investors, they typically have meet-ups often and swap stories and different strategies.

I live in Phoenix and my business partner and I put on a couple local forums for investors like yourself to network.

Build a strong team, prioritize cash flow, and take the time to understand the local market and regulations, especially for development projects.

Build a local team of real estate agents, property managers, and CPAs to navigate local laws and manage your property.